https://idyllwildtowncrier.com/2018/08/21/cafe-aroma-hubert-remembers-era-of-inspired-hip-dining/ Almost All the News — Part of the Time Thu, 23 Aug 2018 07:25:05 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://idyllwildtowncrier.com/2018/08/21/cafe-aroma-hubert-remembers-era-of-inspired-hip-dining/#comment-139246 Thu, 23 Aug 2018 07:25:05 +0000 https://idyllwildtowncrier.com/?p=57350#comment-139246 First off, I very much appreciate Hubert’s kind comments about me. He has always been gracious, friendly, and accommodating. Hubert is a lively and stimulating conversationalist, passionate and well-informed, and I so treasure his patience with my amateur math questions.
I’ve always told anyone who will listen that Idyllwild owes a great debt to Hubert. Having no prior experience as a restauranteur, he invested considerable time and money into a risky endeavor, solely for the purpose of enhancing the cultural and social life of the Hill. Many entrepreneurs would have waited until the black ink was flowing before hiring musicians. I played solo piano the very first night, and was soon joined by Paul Carman and Marshall Hawkins, forming a jazz trio now going on it’s 16th year. I’ve learned so much from those two remarkable musicians. Many other fine local players can recall countless nights of joy and camaraderie. Café Aroma was, for years, THE spot for good music, fine food, and warm conversations. Many a lasting friendship were formed there. Thank you, Dr. Halkin! (and Frank Ferro!)

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